The Medical School Office of Research has numerous reporting units and programs such as the Michigan Institute for Clinical & Health Research (MICHR), the Clinical Research Calendar Review & Analysis Office (CRAO), Fast Forward Medical Innovation, the Biomedical Research Core Facilities (BRCF), the Institutional Review Board (IRB Med), and the Medical School Grant Services & Analysis Office. Together, these teams provide the necessary support to position our researchers for success.
The Medical School Grant Services & Analysis Office (GS&A) handles the review of all externally sponsored projects for Medical School faculty at the pre-award stage and works with units and project teams to address institutional, sponsor, and federal requirements.
We are seeking an individual to serve as the primary Administrative Assistant for the unit. Daily activities include supporting GS&A by triaging all communication and questions to the GS&A office. This position is an integral part of the pre-award review team, handling all incoming proposals for review, setting up review packages, and ensuring that work is flowing into and out of the office to support the Medical School and faculty. This person will provide full administrative support for the Pre-Award team and general administrative support for the entire unit. This position is also responsible for managing changes to our website.
- Associate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Good computer skills with proficiency in Excel, MS Word, and Acrobat.
- Ability to learn and adapt to new technology.
- Ability to work well with people, especially under pressure of deadlines, is a must.
- Ability to think quickly under pressure and still maintain a high level of customer service.
- Three to five years of clerical experience.
- Reasonable knowledge of University of Michigan policies and procedures.
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.